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How is overtime paid in Guatemala, and what does running a plant 24/7 on three shifts imply?

According to the cited documentsTo be confirmedTalent and labour

Minimum overtime premium

+50% over the ordinary wage

Art. 121 CTIn forcePeersLegal

Overtime is paid with a minimum premium of 50% over ordinary wages (Labor Code, article 121, per PeersLegal's summary).

  • Legal night shift6 h/day, 36 h/weekIn forcePeersLegalTo be confirmed
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    Jornada de trabajo en Guatemala

    • Minimum overtime premium
    • Legal night shift
    peerslegal.comAccessed Aug 19, 2026Go to the source